ShaanOS
An open-source operating system designed for security, privacy, and collaboration.
Key Features
Discover what makes ShaanOS the operating system of choice for developers who value speed, security, and control.
Boots in under 10 seconds. Built on a lightweight Alpine Linux base, ShaanOS is optimized for speed and minimal resource usage.
A minimal attack surface, PaX kernel patches, and proactive security practices ensure your system is safe from threats.
The Developer Edition comes with essential tools like Git, Docker, and Node.js pre-installed and configured.
Built on OpenRC and the APK package manager, it's simple to script, customize, and extend ShaanOS to fit your exact needs.
Under the Hood
Our power comes from a foundation of proven, lightweight, and secure technologies.
Alpine Linux Foundation
Inherits the speed, simplicity, and security-first approach of Alpine Linux, including musl libc and BusyBox.
APK Package Manager
Access to a vast repository of packages through the simple and incredibly fast Alpine Package Keeper (apk).
OpenRC Init System
A fast, reliable, and easy-to-configure dependency-based and process-managed init system.
Small Footprint
Minimal base installations mean more resources for your applications and less bloat on your system.